La Galleria

Shopping

Martinique is one of the better shopping destinations in the Caribbean, with a wide variety of shops and boutiques showcasing everything from local crafts and jewelry in the best Creole tradition to stunning artwork and the latest in French fashion, fresh off of Parisian catwalks. The numerous markets can also be a fascinating visit, offering the chance to wander through colorful stalls browsing fresh produce, spices, and local rum, for a memorable and authentic Martinican experience.

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Bijouterie Pascal de Rogatis

Bijouterie Pascal de Rogatis has taken pride in celebrating Creole culture and tradition through the creation of jewelry since 1946. Rings, earrings, necklaces, and more, all reflecting the traditional crafts of the island, are forged into unique and beautiful …

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Market Hall Fort-de-France

The small and manageable Marché couvert de Fort-de-France has been in use since 1885, operating as the city's main marketplace, where Martiniquais purchase fresh produce, spices, rum, crafts, and souvenirs. The colorful stalls are especially lively in the early mornings, so it is worth getting up early to see …

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Galerie Sophen

Located in the area of Trois Ilets, Galerie Sophen showcases original watercolor creations by artists Sophie and Henry. Each work of art is completely unique (they vow not to sell reproductions, but only original pieces) and depicts gentle island scenes ranging from sailboats to wildlife, all full of color and life, yet understated and …

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La Galleria

For more general shopping needs, you can visit La Galleria, a large and modern mall featuring dozens of clothing, shoe, jewelry, and perfume stores, as well as supermarket and casual dining …

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Rue Victor Hugo

Rue Victor Hugo is Fort-de-France's answer to New York's Fifth Avenue, lined on either side with high-end and refined shopping options. The island's most fashionable residents and visitors come to find the latest trends from the French fashion world, and to indulge in the fine dining found all along the …

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Galeries Lafayette Martinique

The colossus of French department stores has a location near Fort-de-France, in La Galleria, which offers everything one might expect. Clothes, accessories, perfumes, bags, toys, shoes, jewelry, suitcases, you name it. Find everything you need in one easy location at Galeries …

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Marche aux Fruits & Legumes

The freshest, most succulent, and most affordable fruits and vegetables on the island can be found at the Marchá aux Fruits et Légumes in Fort-de-France. Come and wander among the stalls, marvel at the colors and aromas, and sample some of these tropical …

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Parfums des Îles

Parfums des Îles is sleek, elegant, and modern, and is at the cutting edge of fragrance design and production. Products include soaps, sprays, oils, and of course, perfumes that not only have lovely smell but also evoke images and feelings of the …

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Centre des Métiers d'Art

Perhaps the best gallery and souvenir shop on the whole island, the colorful and vibrant Centre des Métiers d'Art offers a wide variety of especially beautiful local handicrafts in the form of quilts, painted fabrics, baskets, shells, pottery, and more. Find gifts or mementos to take home with you and cherish for years to …

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